Soundbar Setup - How to Connect a Soundbar to a TV with HDMI, HDMI ARC, Optical, Bluetooth, etc.)

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  • @watchingdanny
    @watchingdanny ปีที่แล้ว +10

    After watching half a dozen videos, yours was the first to explain the ARC channel feeds multiple HDMI signals to the sound bar. I almost bought an HDMI splitter for all my devices. Thank you. Great video.

    • @patriciagyorfi7758
      @patriciagyorfi7758 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I bought a splitter and have had no end of trouble getting good connections.

    • @BuckyBarnesNC
      @BuckyBarnesNC 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Same here!

  • @loveconquersall143
    @loveconquersall143 2 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    Absolutely brilliant. I got the answer/solution I needed within 1:40 of this video (my unit was set to TV speaker instead of soundbar). My partner used to do all of this techy stuff for me & my family - he was a music producer before he died suddenly at the age of 30 the week of Christmas last year 2021, and now I feel totally lost without all of his help & support. He would've worked this out in 10 seconds probably, lol 😉 But thanks to the internet/youtube & to people like you, I was not left totally helpless. So thank you SO much for this! Many blessings to you. Stay safe & well everybody 🙏❤️

  • @jonathanrhunt
    @jonathanrhunt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    You are the first person I've found to successfully explain Arc and how it allows all devices connected to the TV flow audio to the soundbar. The owners manual of my yamaha yas 207 didn't even explain it fully. Thank you!

    • @JonahMatthes
      @JonahMatthes  4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Glad I could help!

    • @tatish4k
      @tatish4k 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JonahMatthes i did not understand why should i connect my ps5 to soundbar?? when i have tv.

  • @raenellcotten4999
    @raenellcotten4999 4 ปีที่แล้ว +246

    I’ve watched at least 5 videos regarding this subject and your video was by far the best. You were clear and to the point and I didn’t have to watch a 5 minute clip of you running with your dog. Thank you!!!

    • @Uriakus
      @Uriakus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      That’s true. Well said.

    • @a-steez526
      @a-steez526 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      😂😂 or when you go to put spongebob on for your kids and 5 mins in it switches to some guy killing zombies on call of duty

    • @elforito244
      @elforito244 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      )pa

    • @juangodinez7330
      @juangodinez7330 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Most helpful video there could possibly be bro👏👏👏

    • @loveconquersall143
      @loveconquersall143 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha! Love it 😆❤️👌

  • @matthewlindsey
    @matthewlindsey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Two minutes into your video fixed the problems i've been having for months!! THANK YOU!!!!!

  • @DFortier3
    @DFortier3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Just bought a sound system and could not figure out how to get it to connected. Went thru the ARC then CEC steps and BOOM! We’ve got beautiful sound. Thanks for putting out videos for newbies like me!

  • @Meli_Murph
    @Meli_Murph หลายเดือนก่อน

    By far the MOST helpful video I have watched. Thank you for making this super easy to understand, for not adding all those distracting/annoying video edits TH-camrs do these days 😒 and thank you for making the color coded diagram explaining the difference between only using the TV HDMI ports vs. using the Soundbar HDMI ports (if available) when plugging in all your extra devices. I have been wondering why I have such a wide range in the quality of the audio that comes through my soundbar, and I think it’s because I am using every HDMI port on my TV (and even swapping devices). I am going to plug some straight into the Soundbar now so they don’t get further compressed 😊 Seriously, you’re a lifesaver! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

  • @kaazzaaaa
    @kaazzaaaa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I was about to return my soundbar to the store and then found this video and boom! It worked! Thank you :)

  • @demiwilson4597
    @demiwilson4597 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    My dad hates trying to do audio, I showed he your video and he watched it twice and off he went. Very clear and easy to follow. Thanks so much!!

  • @dishanbindiganavile2064
    @dishanbindiganavile2064 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I spent an hour trying to connect but I found your video and completed it one second thank you

  • @mcastings9766
    @mcastings9766 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I loved how detailed and clear you were, thanks man🙌🏼

    • @Dragon-Slay3r
      @Dragon-Slay3r ปีที่แล้ว

      Stainless steel LG eyes

    • @RayDoyouagree
      @RayDoyouagree ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes no Indian accent or Ghetto speak.

  • @gumball7777
    @gumball7777 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    At 2:05 i first realized that video source can go to soundbar hdmi port!! And that solved it for me, thanks! And then video travels from soundbar to tv. I just missed this whole concept in the very beginning.

  • @tammydarnell5659
    @tammydarnell5659 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I spent all day trying to get my soundbar and Appletv to work together and after the first few seconds you solved my problem! Wish I’d discovered your video much earlier today!!!

  • @padroooo
    @padroooo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I am in the process of setting up my Nakamichi 9.2.4 system on my new 86 inch LG TV and your explanation was what I needed to hear.

    • @gengarrules777
      @gengarrules777 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No one needs to hear exactly what type of soundbar and TV you have. Unless it made you feel good, then it's fiiiiiiiiine....

  • @bdcochran01
    @bdcochran01 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    1. I am 75 years old and continuously learning "high technology".
    2. I am installing a sound bar today.
    3. You are very clear. I suggest you take this video and submit a. the morons who are not native English speakers who write installation manuals for PRC manufacturers; b. big conglomerates like Spectrum who really should do videos of their products. Yesterday, I received a new Spectrum t.v. controller. The girlfriend is high tech who has the latest iPhone, Apple computer and reports that the new controller is complicated and the field engineer for Sprectrum says that same thing.

  • @davidburton382
    @davidburton382 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bought a Samsung Q80r soundbar back in June '20, could not for the life of me get Disney+ to play in Atmos, no matter what I tried . This morning (28/01) after 5 minutes of watching this video The Mandalorian has never sounded so good, so good in fact I'm starting the whole season again. Thank you.

  • @furkinhellman
    @furkinhellman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks Jonah - excellent summary of connection methods - very helpful.

  • @Mac_04
    @Mac_04 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I read that connecting your devices first to the soundbar and then the soundbar to TV ARC HDMI will also prevent the "lip sync" issue. Article explains that sound processing by TV is not as fast as video processing and as such delivers sound with latency. I actually like this option you described (devices --> soundbar --> TV) and also the fact that it clears the way for the other higher-end digital output like Atmos. Thanks for the clear and concise explanation!

  • @PeterNscaletrains
    @PeterNscaletrains ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for the best video on the information & installation of this unit!.
    Thank you for keeping it simple & knowledgeable!.
    😊

  • @lanakorvin2860
    @lanakorvin2860 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    you have the best knowledge and video on soundbar that I found on youtube! you are the Best and most educated in this technology 👌👌💕💕

  • @sytycdvigirl
    @sytycdvigirl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    It would be great if it actually told you how to set this up.

    • @zphib2003
      @zphib2003 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      That part

  • @dianelap67
    @dianelap67 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you! Even I understood how it worked, removed my old samsung sound bar because my husband never used it however I wanted to see if it could work on my laptop which has poor sound coming out of cheap little speakers. Can't wait to try it. PS I'm 80 years young...

  • @williamdoberstein109
    @williamdoberstein109 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thank you, Joanah. you made that very clear and concise. much easier than i thought.

  • @theopheloussekhwela6288
    @theopheloussekhwela6288 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you sir, you have explained it the best and easy way now I understand how to connect my TV to sound bar, thank you 🎉

  • @amymendoza9184
    @amymendoza9184 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    THANK YOU SO MUCCCCH I was trying to set it up for an hour and I came across your video. My CEC was disabled!

  • @chaneleleanor
    @chaneleleanor 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The best explanation how to connect a soundbar to a tv!

    • @raquel-n-johnarriaga1599
      @raquel-n-johnarriaga1599 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agree! I was so annoyed when I got my new sound bar. Watched this and read the blog. Feel much better.

  • @ann2796
    @ann2796 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Your videos are very helpful. Your instructions are clear and easy to follow. Great videos!

  • @Thomasha22
    @Thomasha22 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I swear I've been through 10 separate videos on this topic and none gave the answer. Now after watching this video my soundboard is kicking better than before.
    I had my (cambridge) speaker connected, and it worked, but the default speaker was still the TV, because the cable didn't support it. After watching this, it's now the no1 speaker on out Samsung TV. Thanks a lot 👍

  • @supertal6074
    @supertal6074 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Best explanation on you tube - to the point! Really appreciate buddy!

    • @RayDoyouagree
      @RayDoyouagree ปีที่แล้ว

      And in understandable English.

  • @dacu4132
    @dacu4132 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He explained better than the sales staff from shops. Subscribed,like and bell for your next videos . Huge thumb up!

    • @PinkuStyle
      @PinkuStyle 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      He does it for a passion they do it for a pay check

  • @astrakeena5740
    @astrakeena5740 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Great easy video. So happy I clicked on your video. Thank you very much!

  • @cleancampoffial_gazanation6539
    @cleancampoffial_gazanation6539 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much. Omg. You made my lonely thanksgiving night better.

  • @steve62933
    @steve62933 ปีที่แล้ว

    I so sorry about your partner pass at such a young age. Thank you for the video it was very informative ! Helped me out connecting
    my Sony sound bar. ✌🙏

  • @victoriac1139
    @victoriac1139 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for your detail tutorial because you’re the only one that explained the part about the hdmi port to use.

  • @sasanabdipour
    @sasanabdipour 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    the most productive 5 minutes of quality knowledge about sound bar and connection. thank you!

  • @boxer71c55
    @boxer71c55 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent channel! You are easy to understand and do a great job of explaining. Happy new sub.

  • @justincarroll9846
    @justincarroll9846 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    2 Hdmi leads of decent quality .Dvd player 2 sound bar port 1.Arc Hdmi to TV Hdmi Arc back of tv.Job done.2 minute job max.Very simple.

  • @ciemprecaleb4364
    @ciemprecaleb4364 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are my life saver, tons of videos and urs the one that helps

  • @chrys4599
    @chrys4599 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    THANK YOU man I never comment on anyone’s videos lol but bruh I’ve been fighting my damn sound bar for over an hour, then I come across your video and boom fixed in literally 15 seconds 😂😂✊🏽✊🏽

    • @JonahMatthes
      @JonahMatthes  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’re welcome! Happy I could help!

  • @eljinete666
    @eljinete666 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This really help me,thx a lot dude.

  • @benajmingrasic
    @benajmingrasic 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, the instructions on my new soundbar were unclear and I taught I had to connect HDMI and optical.

  • @thirdday60
    @thirdday60 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Thank you for actually explaining what I was looking for.

  • @elgranpa2681
    @elgranpa2681 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    bro thks for this just what i was looking for. nice and simple and fully detailed and the ARC break down was great thats what I was confused on.

  • @gabegarcia5678
    @gabegarcia5678 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks man, I finally connected it

  • @matteliano454
    @matteliano454 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for this. Worked perfectly. Now I know what ARC is !

  • @Vampiress1972
    @Vampiress1972 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a sound bar that's just been sitting here for a little over a year because nobody can figure out how to hook it up! I have a Haier Roku Smart tv and a iLive HD Sound bar with Bluetooth wireless. It has the red and white Aux In plug ins, and then another Line In plug in on the end where your Source/power/volume and Pair buttons are. I'm figuring that's for an optical cable because I've used that too and never got it to work and the store REFUSES to take it back. 🤬 Your videos are very helpful. I'm really hoping you can help me with this so I can actually hear this tv! Thanks!

  • @bettynano4845
    @bettynano4845 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thankyou. Watched your video just once and it totally helped me understand how to set up my sound bar.

  • @RayDoyouagree
    @RayDoyouagree ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow a man who can explain this without a heavy foreign accent. Great video.

  • @yumzls3436
    @yumzls3436 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    YOUR VIDEO WAS A LIFESAVER HAHA THANK YOU

  • @asavarikrishnamurthy5425
    @asavarikrishnamurthy5425 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Have seen so many videos on soundbar connection but none of them could explain in such a simple, articulate & logical way that you did. Thanks heaps!!

  • @kayk3010
    @kayk3010 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I automatically liked and subscribed! Love the way you break things down! Thank you!!!

  • @Cribs91
    @Cribs91 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank for the info bro my not knowing how to set it up was the main reason why I haven’t got one yet but now I’m going to get one

  • @Highlander4400
    @Highlander4400 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video. I am thinking of getting a sound bar.

  • @roguephoenix
    @roguephoenix 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    quite helpful and just what i needed. thanks. also, nice haircut in the middle of the vid there. almost didn't notice until bam it grew back!

  • @moyasablick6143
    @moyasablick6143 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your video was very easy and straight to the point, I am of the much older generation and do not find electronics and set ups very easy, thanks again

  • @lupublicidade
    @lupublicidade ปีที่แล้ว

    Perfect mate!!!

  • @pammaldonado8495
    @pammaldonado8495 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Thank you very much - this was extremely helpful - straight to the point. I'm all set with how to connect the new sound bar! Again, thank you very very much!

  • @abmgroup54
    @abmgroup54 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good advice

  • @Dragon-Slay3r
    @Dragon-Slay3r ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks guys that's the nice setup

  • @wayneblake2222
    @wayneblake2222 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video thanks for the advice very clear and concise.

  • @raynewman7349
    @raynewman7349 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    As a 70 year old, after watching your video, i'm none the wiser!

  • @jung123456
    @jung123456 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent. Thanks!

  • @Thisismy4Ts
    @Thisismy4Ts ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so much totally helped me

  • @izzie3421
    @izzie3421 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    THANK U SM MY MAN

  • @robundy4015
    @robundy4015 ปีที่แล้ว

    Video helped alot, thanx

  • @boonhiongkoh2488
    @boonhiongkoh2488 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good explanation on soundbar connection thank u

  • @coolpoete
    @coolpoete 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent video man! I am getting my first soundbar, I had a very old Sony HT system and don't want a whole bunch of speakers and wires anymore and this explains thoroughly what I need before I make my purchase.

  • @kasozishakoor5867
    @kasozishakoor5867 ปีที่แล้ว

    Best video

  • @hoosierinthewoods
    @hoosierinthewoods 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. CEC was the answer!!

  • @dancetorium
    @dancetorium 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you!!! We found the HDMI ARC on the TV as well

  • @BenHurKostsánszky
    @BenHurKostsánszky 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wir wünschen BOSE gesegnetes Neues Jahr!

  • @n40tom
    @n40tom 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very informative I pressed like and then subscribed

  • @reinaldozayas8798
    @reinaldozayas8798 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very good

  • @jackmastrogiacomo391
    @jackmastrogiacomo391 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Told me exactly what I needed to know to set the sound bar up - Thanks!

  • @WESTSIDEGuhl
    @WESTSIDEGuhl 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Helped drastically thanks and many blessings

  • @iscreamsunday9827
    @iscreamsunday9827 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks, really informative and easy to understand

  • @ganesankpillay3768
    @ganesankpillay3768 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    crystal clear - thumbs up

  • @OG213LA
    @OG213LA 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANK YOU!!!!!

  • @tazanddo
    @tazanddo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks. Now I understand the concept, and my question was finally answered. I didn't know how the non-ARC HDMI input ports would work with a soundbar. Now you answered that question for me.

    • @unknown-rb7gu
      @unknown-rb7gu ปีที่แล้ว

      same to me. my tv dont have hdmi arc port. just normal hdmi port. hope it works when i bought a soundbar

  • @shaf3295
    @shaf3295 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A perfect video and to the point one.
    Appreciate it.

  • @SoSriLankaTours2025
    @SoSriLankaTours2025 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you very much Brother

  • @biffy7
    @biffy7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Excellent video. So I’m looking for a sound bar with Dolby Atmos, and multiple HDMI because my TV doesn’t have ARC, got it.

  • @DanWebster
    @DanWebster 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    dude you helped me hook up my sound bar with your nice video subbed paw paw

  • @kathys2924
    @kathys2924 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Jonah

  • @lyfewallen8908
    @lyfewallen8908 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much! I couldn’t figure out what I was doing wrong thank you so much!!!

  • @nicholasvonrhine6311
    @nicholasvonrhine6311 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like aux it is straight to the point.

  • @mikehannan8932
    @mikehannan8932 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very good job brother !

  • @richardparker387
    @richardparker387 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent explanation

  • @lawlesskm
    @lawlesskm 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastically clear. Thanks.

  • @jamesslaughter8666
    @jamesslaughter8666 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I have the old zvox SB8380 soundbar the long one that has this ⚪️🔴 👈🏾behind it there's no HDMI behind it iam buying a charger for it as well behind the soundbar its saying right 🔴 left ⚪️ Analog input and it's saying Oprical 1 Digital input 2 and power how can I hook this up to my ROKU TV and please explain to me what I need to do brother its my very first time 👍🏾💯🏆 Thanks

  • @lyktahlyktah8528
    @lyktahlyktah8528 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very informative and helpful thanks
    Very clear

  • @gloriasilence
    @gloriasilence 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How can I get the sound to come from the soundbar only... and not both TV and soundbar simultaneously?
    This is all new to me as I try and get a louder sound for my 87 year old mom...🤗
    Thank you so much for the video... and hopefully, reply to my question...😊

  • @vimalraaj3597
    @vimalraaj3597 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO.
    Now I know the use of ARC

  • @Sharpshooter99100
    @Sharpshooter99100 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant video man you rock!!!!!!!! Definitely answered some of the things i wanted to know... cheers!!

  • @bluerockalot
    @bluerockalot 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Liked the hair doo change mid-vid! Do tell, are you a magician on the side?

    • @JonahMatthes
      @JonahMatthes  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Shhh. I don't think anyone noticed.

  • @gregchitovas9781
    @gregchitovas9781 ปีที่แล้ว

    You never said how to do the Bluetooth option great service

  • @BuckyBarnesNC
    @BuckyBarnesNC 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Thanks for the help!

  • @pep729
    @pep729 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Tip for anyone who has a 2 channel soundbar and your TV doesn't have HDMI ARC. Use RCA. It'll give you better bass than optical.

  • @kidstv3256
    @kidstv3256 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now i know why my soundbar doesn't work at hdmi. It's because only support 5.1 channel. But my soundbar is only 2.1 channel. Thanks!

  • @larisaortiz2233
    @larisaortiz2233 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The best video it helped so much